Transitions to Professional Nursing Practice - 2nd Edition

This textbook supports nursing students transitioning from associate to baccalaureate degrees, with content grounded in the American Nurses Association's Standards of Professional Practice and Code of Ethics. It covers essential topics including professional practice, 21st-century healthcare, autonomy, communication, interprofessional collaboration, critical thinking, and evidence-based practice. The text provides a comprehensive overview of the nursing profession, accrediting organizations, and foundational competencies for baccalaureate-level nursing.